Packaging Operator

Packaging Operator (Medical Device)
Location: Northridge, CA (100% on-site)
Pay Rate: $23-25/hr
Available Shifts:
4 Openings: Monday-Friday Night Shift (3 Crew Schedule) 9:30pm - 5pm
3 Openings: 12-Hour Rotating Night Shift (4 Crew Schedule) 5pm - 5am
Candidates with flexible shift availability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Overview:
Are you Ready to join an innovative team in manufacturing and packaging advanced transdermal products? This opportunity has great potential for a long-term career advancement in the medical device industry with one of the top Global companies in the US!

Our client is seeking Packaging Operators to join a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing team producing transdermal drug delivery products. This position works closely with Converting Technicians to support packaging and production operations while ensuring compliance with GMP, safety, and quality standards. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a team environment within a regulated manufacturing facility.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist Converting Technicians with packaging, filling, and manufacturing operations.
• Operate production equipment and support packaging line activities.
• Stage, transport, and replenish raw materials and in-process materials.
• Perform line clearance, housekeeping, and workstation cleaning to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous waste according to established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Follow Manufacturing Orders, SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and serialization requirements.
• Accurately complete production documentation, labor reporting, and downtime tracking using basic computer systems.
• Wear required PPE and follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures.
• Escalate equipment, quality, or production concerns to leadership when necessary.
• Participate in training, continuous improvement initiatives, and team production meetings.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Up to 1 year of manufacturing or production experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Willingness to work a rotating 12-hour night shift schedule and adapt to shift changes as needed.

Preferred

• 1+ year of experience in an FDA-regulated pharmaceutical, medical device, biotech, or GMP manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with production, packaging, or assembly equipment.
• Familiarity with SOPs, GMP documentation, and quality systems.
• Experience working in a cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environment.